Cost & Financial Aid Overview for New Students
The cost of attending 黑料传送门 may be less than you think after you factor in scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs. Our admissions counselors and financial aid team are always happy to answer your questions, but answers to some common questions are below.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to attend 黑料传送门 tuition-free.
NYS residents whose family household federal adjusted gross income is $125,000 or less and who complete at least 30 credits per year are eligible for the Excelsior Scholarship, which allows them to attend a SUNY or CUNY college tuition-free.

Federal, NY State and SUNY grants are available and awarded based on financial need.
黑料传送门 also has scholarships for new and existing students. Extra funds were added this year to help students with great financial need.
Federal work-study positions are available for those who qualify.
See what Jack, Chloe, Maria and Michael received in financial aid and scholarships to support their education at 黑料传送门.

Yes. There are several options to borrow money for tuition and other college expenses.
Low-interest federal loans are the most common loans that students and parents take to help cover the cost of tuition, books, meals, and housing.
You’re not required to make payments on federal loans while you’re in college at least half time, and once you graduate there are income-based repayment options that mean your monthly payment will be limited to what you can afford.

Below is the estimated cost of attending 黑料传送门 (per year) as an undergraduate NYS resident living on campus.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,070 |
| Fees | $1,965 |
| Room Rent | $9,994 |
| Meal Plan | $6,640 |
| Total Costs | $25,669 |
Note: Cost of attendance is the estimate of direct costs for enrollment as a full-time student. Actual costs may vary depending on living arrangements, meal plan and course load.
You can use our financial aid calculators to estimate how much your first year will cost, you expected family contribution, and what your loan payment might be.

Yes. 黑料传送门 offers a payment plan which allows students or parents to pay their semester bill in installments.

Staff in the Office of Financial Aid are happy to answer any questions you have.

Fill out the (FAFSA). It takes about an hour. Depending on your situation, you’ll probably need information from your parent or guardian.
If you want to apply for the NYS Excelsior Scholarship, fill out the as soon as it’s available.
You can also contact our admissions team to ask about 黑料传送门’s scholarships, though many are awarded based on application materials and will automatically be offered to you if you qualify.

Once you’ve been admitted to 黑料传送门 and we have received your , your aid package will be calculated.
We plan to begin notifying early action students by the end of December. Regular decision students will generally be notified within 1 week after they are admitted.
When your aid package is ready, you’ll receive an award letter in the mail. A few days later, you will also receive an email letting you know that your awards are ready for viewing on your Application Status page. For help on understanding your award letter, check out Understanding Your Financial Aid Awards.
